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‘Just the beginning’: Congress stages protests seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s removal

Pennsylvania's Penn's Cave Listed for $34M After 118 Years of Family Ownership

Penn's Cave and Wildlife Park in Pennsylvania has been put up for sale for the first time in 118 years. The Campbell family, the current owners, have listed the 1,400-acre property at an asking price of $34 million. The estate features a unique all-water cavern, a wildlife park, a private airport, and several other attractions. This marks a significant transition for one of the state's most historic landmarks. The family has stated that preserving the property's natural resources and longstanding legacy remains a key priority in the sale.

Google Earth spot led to hidden Mozambique rainforest — and a new butterfly

Impeachment Move Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar Has No Legal Basis, Says Rohatgi

Former Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi has dismissed the impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as legally untenable. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Rohatgi stated that an impeachment motion cannot be sustained on vague allegations lacking strong facts or concrete reasons. He argued that the grounds cited in the motion do not meet the threshold required for such a serious constitutional action. Rohatgi's remarks come amid a political push by opposition parties to move the impeachment motion against the CEC.

Minnesota's Vierling Farm to Become 262-Home Neighborhood by 2032

The Prior Lake City Council has approved a residential development on the former Vierling family farm in Minnesota, which will be called Vierling Ridge. The project will transform the 88-acre site into a 262-home neighborhood featuring a variety of housing styles for different demographics. Developer Pulte Homes has already begun grading the land and plans to complete core infrastructure by autumn, with home construction set to start in winter. The full development is expected to be finished by 2032.

Vijay Elevates 11 Former AIADMK Ministers as TVK Deputy General Secretaries

Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay has appointed 11 former AIADMK ministers as Deputy General Secretaries of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The move significantly bolsters the party's leadership structure by bringing in experienced political figures from a rival outfit. Vijay announced that the newly appointed functionaries would work alongside existing office-bearers in their respective roles. He also called upon party cadres to extend their full cooperation to the new appointees as they take up their responsibilities.

Influencer couple loses Rs 1 crore in burglary linked to social media posts

Businessman Vinoth Kumar and his influencer partner Madhumitha were robbed of valuables worth approximately Rs 1 crore. Investigators believe the burglars monitored the couple's social media activity to determine when their home would be unoccupied. Police are reviewing Madhumitha's online posts, particularly those documenting shopping trips, for potential leads. Five dedicated police teams have been deployed to track down the suspects.

Two DU Law Students Arrested for Stalking and Harassing Women Near Hakikat Park

Two Delhi University women students were stalked and harassed by three men near Hakikat Park on Wednesday night at around 9:30 PM. The accused, identified as law students, passed lewd remarks and allegedly tried to force the women into their vehicle. Following a complaint, police arrested two of the three suspects, while the third is still being tracked. The incident has reignited concerns over the safety of women in the area.

Centre extends Afspa in parts of Manipur, Arunachal, Nagaland for 6 more months

BJP expense report names influencers paid for pro-Modi content amid controversies

The BJP has released a detailed election expense report that identifies several social media influencers linked to payments for political content. Sayak Chakraborty acknowledged receiving Rs 2.5 lakh for creating content featuring Prime Minister Modi, while denying any connection to the Olypub incidents. YouTuber Sukanta Kundu confirmed his involvement and noted he had participated in protests related to Olypub. Content creator Shamik Adhikary is associated with a larger payment of Rs 13 lakh and is currently facing legal proceedings. The disclosure has drawn attention to the growing practice of compensating influencers for campaign-related content during elections.

Two masked men attempt to abduct woman on Dehradun road, bystanders intervene

An attempted abduction took place at 6:45 AM on Sahastradhara Road in Dehradun, when two masked men in a black hatchback targeted a woman. The victim had just dropped her daughter at college and was on her way home when the incident occurred. Sanitation workers and other local bystanders witnessed the attempt and intervened to help the woman. Authorities were promptly alerted following the incident. Police have since formed teams to track down and apprehend the suspects.

Trump and Xi Plan Two More Summits in November and December

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to hold two additional meetings in the coming months. The leaders are scheduled to meet in China and at the G20 summit in Miami. The planned talks are aimed at reinforcing ties between the world's two largest economies. However, their most recent discussions did not yield any major breakthroughs on key bilateral issues. Xi's visit also featured a state dinner and cultural exchanges coinciding with China's Mid-Autumn Festival.

Sisters' lemonade charity stand raises $55,000 for Salvation Army over 7 years

Grace and June Hendrian launched their Lemon-Aid Stand for Good in 2019 with a modest goal of raising just $10 for charity. Over seven summers, the sisters far exceeded expectations, ultimately collecting $55,000 for The Salvation Army. Their initiative grew significantly, inspiring community involvement and expanding to 14 stands by 2026. Beyond fundraising, the sisters also supported local families in need and were recognized for their volunteer contributions. The project wrapped up in 2026, concluding its final season on a remarkable note.

PM Modi Joins Bhajan Event Marking Deendayal Upadhyay's 110th Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a bhajan clubbing event held in New Delhi on Wednesday. The event was organized to mark the 110th birth anniversary of Deendayal Upadhyay, a prominent ideologue of the Sangh Parivar. The gathering took place at a park located opposite the BJP headquarters in the capital. Upadhyay remains a significant ideological figure for the BJP and its affiliated organizations.

IAS Officer Mandeep Bhandari Appointed as New CBSE Chairperson

Mandeep Bhandari, a 2001-batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer, has been appointed as the new chief of the Central Board of Secondary Education. He was previously serving as Principal Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir. Bhandari brings over two decades of administrative experience to the role. He is also a gold medalist MBBS graduate from Dayanand Medical College in Ludhiana, reflecting a strong academic background.

India hold FIFA World Cup side Panama to 1-1 draw in Bengaluru friendly

The Indian football team earned a creditable 1-1 draw against FIFA World Cup nation Panama in a friendly match played in Bengaluru. Ryan Williams gave India the lead in the first half, before Omar Valencia equalised for Panama after the break. India created several opportunities to claim a winner and defended resiliently under late pressure from the visitors. The result is seen as an encouraging sign for coach Khalid Jamil's squad as they prepare for higher-profile friendlies. India are set to face Brazil and Uruguay in October, making this performance a confidence-boosting benchmark.

AAP's Gayatri Bishnoi Denies Congress MLA's Claim of Sharing House With Sisodia

Punjab Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira alleged that former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia has been illegally occupying a government bungalow meant for a minister. He further claimed that AAP's Punjab co-incharge Gayatri Bishnoi was also residing at the same premises. Bishnoi strongly denied the allegations, calling them baseless and shameless. The Punjab Women's Commission has also taken note of the controversy and responded to the claims.

Trump embraces Xi as peer, alarms partners and critics

Election Commission Says All Voter List Revision Orders Were Unanimous

The Election Commission of India has stated that all final decisions regarding voter list revision were taken unanimously, according to official records. Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi have not made any public statements addressing objections attributed to them. The Commission has neither confirmed nor denied the existence of such internal objections. However, it has maintained that the recorded outcomes of all orders reflect unanimous agreement among its members.

Punjab Govt Launches Monthly Cash Scheme for Women and SC Beneficiaries

The Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government has introduced a new welfare scheme called Mukh Mantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana. Under the programme, eligible women across the state will receive a monthly payment of Rs 1,000. Scheduled Caste women who qualify for the scheme will receive a higher amount of Rs 1,500 per month. The initiative is part of the state government's broader effort to provide direct financial support to women. The scheme is seen as a significant welfare measure targeting economically vulnerable sections of Punjab's female population.